‘The Weather Report’ Exploring Senses Workshops and Installation Exhibition

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Introduction

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In February 2019, Exploring Senses hosted a series of workshops and an installation exhibition titled ‘The Weather Report’ at the Towner Gallery. This initiative was designed to create an immersive environment in response to the ongoing exhibition, The Weather Garden. The program aimed to engage participants of all ages in exploring the environmental impact of our actions through interactive digital art and material reuse.

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Workshop Overview

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Dates: Tuesday, February 19th – Sunday, February 24th, 2019
Hours: 10am – 5pm daily
Location: Towner Gallery, Eastbourne

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Objectives

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The workshops aimed to:

• Provide participants with hands-on experience using cutting-edge technology and reusable materials.

• Facilitate creative responses to environmental themes.

• Engage a diverse audience, including local schools, community groups, and visitors, in exploring sustainability through art.

 

Activities

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Participants were invited to engage in a variety of activities, including:

• 3D Pen and Scanning: Utilizing 3D technology to create and modify designs.

• Cardboard Costumes and Sculpture: Constructing wearable art and sculptures from recyclable materials.

• Textiles Printing: Exploring fabric printing techniques to create custom designs.

• Interactive Sound Creation: Using technology to produce and manipulate sound in innovative ways.

 

Participation

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The workshops were designed to be accessible to individuals of all ages. Participants had the flexibility to drop in during gallery opening hours, allowing for a fluid and inclusive engagement with the activities.

 

Conclusion

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‘The Weather Report’ provided a dynamic and interactive platform for exploring environmental issues through art and technology. By offering a week of drop-in workshops, Exploring Senses successfully engaged the community in meaningful discussions about sustainability, creativity, and the impact of our actions on the environment.

 

Reflection

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The temporary nature of the installation - echoed in the theme of the weather - highlighted the importance of making the most of the present moment. Participants and organizers alike reflected on how ephemeral experiences can inspire lasting change and creativity.